CHARLES CURTIN
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43147
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
Commercial Construction / Design Build / Business Development / Budgets
P&L Cost Controls / Risk Management / Quality Control
I directed staff, subcontractors, suppliers and systems to execute
profitable projects for small to medium sized construction firms. I
consistently developed and drove new business opportunities. My experience
in project management, estimating, and initiating cost controls gives me
the ability to positively impact the bottom line.
Highly organized with the ability to provide strong direction, I am an
effective trouble shooter / problem solver. I relate well to people at all
levels. I also inspire others to achieve and perform with excellence.
Colleagues describe me as hard working, creative, and having strong
leadership skills. My strengths include:
. Producing accurate and timely proposals, budgets, and winning
profitable bids
. Developing efficient operating systems, streamlining systems and
processes
. Meeting critical project deadlines, turning projects around if needed
. Containing costs, maximizing profitability
. Creating successful relationships with clients, subcontractors and
suppliers
Certified as an Interim Building Official and experienced in complex
construction projects, I acquired extensive training on Advanced
Construction Management, Project Documentation, Industry Networking;
Scheduling and Estimating Software.
Career History
Senior Estimator, 2K General Construction (an $8M + commercial construction
company), 2002 to 2009. Drove estimating efficiencies, headed project
managers, implemented new software and data base. Tracked progress of all
projects within Estimating/Project Management Office managing three
employees and advised field superintendents.
Projects Director, Divine Incorporated (a subsidiary of Divine Tower
International), 2000 to 2002. Led $25M division with twelve staff.
Recruited and promoted from subsidiary to lead PMO. Completed six major
projects including multiple retail store build-outs, reinforced concrete
project, 45,000 sq. foot arena and wireless switch stations.
Senior Project Manager, Divine Tower International (a $200M privately-held
infrastructure provider to wireless carriers) 1999 to 2000. Led, directed,
and managed survey, architectural and engineering teams for $50M turn-key
build out of 120 AT&T Wireless Sites.
Senior Project Manager, Divine Incorporated, 1997 to 1999. Directed,
project managers, estimators and support staff. Oversaw contract
negotiations, bidding, subcontractors, suppliers and P&L for $12M division
with eight staff.
Selected Accomplishments
Increased annual revenues by 100%, managed 6 to 10 projects simultaneously
working with over 30 professional and numerous subcontractors and
suppliers. Reorganized and established estimating process and stabilized
OH&P. Trained new estimator and project manager while creating estimating
software data base.
Developed Profitable Supplier Partnerships. Identified opportunity with
supplier to compete against seven bidders on a 440 security window project.
Handled strict bonding requirements, won $1.8M bid by $60 which in turn led
to generating $700K+ annual revenue. Boosted operating revenues 20% with 8%
profit margins.
Protected Company Profitability. Supplier provided products with incorrect
specifications, risking construction delays and a potential $1,000 daily
fine. Directed redesign of affected area with minimal labor expense,
enabling project completion on-time and saving $20K to $30K in potential
penalties. Project won design award from the BX Association.
Implemented Cost Controls, Saved Thousands. Reassigned to key client, AT&T,
for build out of 120 cell tower sites and immediately determined areas of
improvement. Reviewed existing invoices, uncovering services in question.
Negotiated new terms with A&E firms saving $60 thousand.
Succeeded in Meeting Critical Project Timelines. Conducted recruitment of
contractors for a collaborative project bid with a complete budget and
detailed completion schedules. $1.6M multiple site project was awarded
based on modified criteria. Managed projects successfully and saved client
an estimated $210K with accelerated completion schedule.
Additional: I enjoy golf, woodworking, college football and I volunteer as
a teacher.